The posting
The Purpose
- As our Senior Supply Chain Manager - China, you will lead the end-to-end supply chain operation across China, ensuring our products move efficiently from origin through to customers while maintaining quality, service and cost effectiveness.
- Reporting to the Country Manager, you'll lead the China Supply Chain team and work closely with Sales and other cross-functional teams locally, as well as international stakeholders in New Zealand, North America, Singapore and across the wider T&G network.
- You'll have responsibility across demand and supply planning, supplier management, cold storage and repacking operations, quality control, order fulfilment and supply chain improvement initiatives.
If you're passionate about supply chain, enjoy solving complex operational challenges, and want to make an impact within an international fresh produce business, we'd love to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
As a key member of our China leadership team, you'll take ownership of our end-to-end supply chain operation, leading a team across multiple functions and ensuring we deliver excellent service to our customers.
Supply & Demand Planning
- Partner with the local Sales team to gather requirements and develop annual and seasonal supply plans.
- Lead China's monthly demand planning and allocation cycle, collaborating closely with our origin teams in New Zealand and North America.
- Align production, supply and local sales requirements to ensure products are available in the right place, at the right time and in the right quantities.
- Develop domestic site networks and replenishment plans based on different customer and channel requirements.
- Provide supply chain support for promotional activities, including repacking, packaging, sorting and product transfers.
Supplier Management & Cost Control
- Lead the identification, selection and management of suppliers to meet evolving operational requirements.
- Manage supplier quotations, contracts, service performance and costs.
- Establish and monitor supplier KPIs to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
- Continuously optimize the supplier network to strengthen service levels and cost effectiveness.
- Take ownership of key operational costs across warehousing, transportation, processing and customs clearance.
Cold Chain Operations & Repacking
- Oversee operational performance across multiple sites throughout China, ensuring efficient inbound and outbound processes and accurate inventory management.
- Ensure cold storage conditions, including temperature and humidity, meet fresh produce requirements.
- Lead repacking and subcontracting plans across different sales channels to ensure successful order fulfilment.
- Use operational data and customer feedback to continuously improve repacking standards and maximize returns.
- Maintain effective controls over on-site materials and support warehouse audits for nationwide retail customers.
Quality Control & Customer Fulfilment
- Oversee end-to-end quality inspection and claims processes.
- Partner with Sales to understand and deliver against the quality requirements of different retail customers and channels.
- Ensure quality alerts and information are communicated promptly across local and international teams.
- Leverage historical quality data to guide inventory management and repacking strategies.
- Manage customer quality complaints while maintaining clear and timely quality visibility.
- Provide training and support to local teams on customer quality standards.
Supply Chain Improvement
- Lead supply chain enhancement initiatives to support continued business and sales growth.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen cold storage and processing capabilities.
- Support improvements to 3PL operating models and on-site operations.
- Drive WMS enhancements to better support operational requirements.
- Continuously review supplier contracts and pricing models to improve efficiency and scalability.
Team Leadership
- Lead and coach the China Supply Chain team across multiple functions and locations.
- Build annual development and training plans based on individual and business priorities.
- Develop the leadership and technical capabilities of team members.
- Build a high-performing, collaborative and accountable supply chain function.
Health & Safety
- Follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures.
- Take responsibility for safe work practices and behaviors.
- Report hazards, incidents, near misses and injuries promptly.
- Support a strong culture of safety and wellbeing across our operations.
Why You'll Love This Role
- Regional exposure across multiple markets
- Opportunity to work on international brands and campaigns
- High visibility and collaboration with cross-functional teams
- A mix of strategic planning, creative execution, and commercial impact
- Career growth within a dynamic and fast-paced FMCG environment
Who We’re Looking For?
We're looking for an experienced and commercially minded Supply Chain leader who combines strategic thinking with strong hands-on operational capability. You'll be comfortable leading teams and suppliers across multiple locations, working in a fast-moving environment, and collaborating with stakeholders across China and internationally.
You'll be successful in this role if you:
- 8+ years of Supply Chain Management experience, including experience within a foreign or multinational organization.
- 5+ years of people leadership experience, with a track record of coaching and developing teams.
- Strong experience in on-site operations and supplier management.
- Experience managing multi-site or geographically dispersed supply chain operations.
- Strong English communication skills and confidence working with international stakeholders.
- A full-time bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.
- Strong stakeholder management, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- The ability to work cross-functionally across Sales, Finance, Marketing, Operations and international Supply Chain teams.
What Will Set You Apart
- Experience managing cold chain operations.
- Experience managing cold chain operations.
- Experience within the fresh food or fresh produce industry.
- Experience leading remote or geographically dispersed teams.
- A degree or educational background in Supply Chain, Logistics or a related discipline.
- Experience reporting directly to a General Manager or senior business leader.
- Strong commercial mindset with proven supplier and cost-management capability.
- Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on operational execution.
If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career, work with internationally recognized brands, and make an impact in a fast-moving industry, we'd love to hear from you!
Why Join T&G Global?
At T&G Global, you'll be part of an international business that connects people, markets, and fresh produce across the world. We are passionate about growing great careers and creating an environment where our people can thrive.
What you can look forward to:
Global Exposure Collaborate with regional and international teams while gaining valuable experience in a leading global organization.
Competitive Rewards Enjoy an attractive salary package with comprehensive local benefits.
Work-Life Balance We believe great performance starts with a healthy balance between work and personal life.
Flexible Work Arrangements Benefit from flexible ways of working that support your lifestyle and productivity.
Growth & Development Access continuous learning opportunities and career development to help you reach your full potential.
Comprehensive Benefits Including car allowance, medical coverage, and other local employment benefits where applicable.
Make an Impact Join a purpose-driven business where your ideas, contributions, and achievements truly make a difference.
Grow your career with T&G Global and be part of a team that's shaping the future of fresh produce.
